2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q7 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Q7 | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |